Free & Cheap Things to Do in Brooklyn, NY

  • The list below includes 596 free or cheap things to do in or near Brooklyn, New York, including 117 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Neighborhoods, Bridges and Breweries.
  • From Green-Wood Cemetery to Brooklyn Bridge Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Brooklyn and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New York City, Staten Island, Queens and Bronx.
  • The list below includes 596 free or cheap things to do in or near Brooklyn, New York, including 117 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Neighborhoods, Bridges and Breweries.
  • From Green-Wood Cemetery to Brooklyn Bridge Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Brooklyn and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New York City, Staten Island, Queens and Bronx.
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Students learn the basics of kitesurfing and kiteboarding on land and water during two or four hour courses
7.1 Miles
93% 54 votes
Sports Stadiums (Amateur) Flushing Meadows Corona Park, 12402 Roosevelt Avenue, Flushing, NY 11368 MoreLess Info
Part of the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, Arthur Ashe Stadium is a tennis stadium named for former player Arthur Ashe. It is used for US Open tennis and provides nearly 23,000 seats along with luxury suites.
7.2 Miles
83% 10739 votes
Natural History Museums 79th Street and Central Park West, New York City, NY 10024 MoreLess Info
Over 32 million artifacts are housed in 27 interconnected buildings at the American Museum of Natural History making it one of the largest museums in the world. Some of the more prominent permanent exhibits include Akeley Hall of African Mammals, Arthur Ross Hall of Meteorites, Milstein Hall of Ocean Life.
7.2 Miles
75% 12 votes
Recreation Centers 201 Central Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07307 MoreLess Info
Jersey City's Pershing Field Park is a public park that offers a number of amenities. Perhaps most notable is the ice skating rink, which is open seasonally and can be reserved for parties or large groups.
7.2 Miles
13% 30 votes
Movie Theaters 7266 Main Street, Flushing, NY 11367 MoreLess Info
A discount movie theater that offers an intimate atmosphere, Main Street Cinemas shows a variety of first-run movies. It serves a variety of concessions, including popcorn, soda, and various kinds of candy.
7.3 Miles
100% 14 votes
Breweries 19-33 37th Street, Astoria, NY 11105 MoreLess Info
Visitors to SingleCut Beersmiths can take free, scheduled 30-minute tours of the brewery or just enjoy beers, pub-style food and live music in their tasting room. They can also fill growlers.
7.3 Miles
85% 277 votes
Observatories & Planetariums Central Park West and 79th Street, New York City, NY 10024 MoreLess Info
Operating out of the Department of Astrophysics at the American Museum of Natural History, the Hayden Planetarium offers exhibits that help guests to understand the natural world. Directed by famous scientist Neil deGrasse Tyson, the location's staff members include Bill Nye the Science Guy.
7.3 Miles
89% 151 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields 75 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island, NY MoreLess Info
Only a ferry ride away, the Richmond County Bank Ballpark provides fans a Manhattan skyline view while watching the pros play ball. The venue also hosts birthday parties, trade shows and company picnics.
7.3 Miles
93% 56 votes
Movie Theaters 54 Journal Square, Jersey City, NJ 7306 MoreLess Info
With a mission to perpetuate the 'art of American entertainment', the Lowe's Jersey Theater offers classic films and live entertainment. They also feature a Theatre Pipe Organ that can mimic virtually any form of music from show tunes to jazz.
7.3 Miles
100% 6 votes
Parks 2nd Street, Union City, NJ 07087 MoreLess Info
The large Washington Park is an urban recreational site with nine tennis courts, basketball hoops, playground equipment, and four baseball fields. The park also hosts live music and art events throughout the summer.
7.3 Miles
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Art Gallery 1112 Palisade Ave, Apt 2, Union City, NJ 7087 MoreLess Info
Ocean Clark is a painter who has been creating art professionally since 1997. He creates a wide range of original art, sells prints of originals, and takes commissions for custom work, as well.
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